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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Akshay Puri

Those EVs 'Will Run You Over': How Vintage Jeeps and Broncos Became the Ultimate 'Hot Girl Cars'

Demand for vintage Broncos, Jeeps, and Defenders is rising as buyers prioritise character over modern technology. (Credit: This is an AI-Generated Image)

A 1994 Jeep Wrangler without air conditioning, a loud engine, and poor fuel economy would not appeal to every driver. For Lucy Matthews, however, it was exactly what she wanted.

The 28-year-old from Manchester, England, bought her navy Jeep Wrangler YJ last month for about $16,500. While electric vehicles continue to gain popularity, Matthews said she enjoys driving a vehicle with character. 'Those EV cars, they'll run you over because you can't even hear them,' she said. 'There's something fun about a car that's quite bouncy.'

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